Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro vs Sigma SD1

Here is a in depth review of the Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro vs Sigma SD1, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Ricoh and Sigma. The resolution of the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro (12MP) and the SD1 (15MP) is fairly close and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro was introduced 10 months earlier than the SD1 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro scores against the SD1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro & Sigma SD1. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro Gallery & Sigma SD1 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro has physical dimensions of 114mm x 70mm x 77mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 3.0") having a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs) while the Sigma SD1 has proportions of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro and the SD1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro and SD1 is 77 and 77 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing specs. The graphic here may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro and SD1.

All in all, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Sigma SD1 to result in more detail using its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The older GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro will be behind with regard to sensor tech.